Savory Cajun Chicken over Creamy Parmesan Linguine
Savory Cajun Chicken over Creamy Parmesan Linguine is a culinary delight that brings the vibrant flavors of Cajun cuisine to your dinner table. This dish features tender chicken strips, perfectly seasoned with zesty Cajun spices, served atop a bed of linguine tossed in a rich, creamy parmesan sauce. It’s an easy-to-make meal that transforms ordinary ingredients into a restaurant-quality experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz linguine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook linguine until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat, add seasoned chicken strips, and cook until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes). Set aside.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, combine heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing to a simmer while whisking. Stir in parmesan cheese until smooth; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Combine: Add cooked linguine and chicken back into the skillet, tossing until well-coated. Heat through for another minute.
- Serve hot: Plate and enjoy your delicious creation!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 160mg